Nebraska Park List

Wagon Train Lake is a 315 acre lake located two miles east of Hickman, Nebraska, which was completed on June 1, 1963. This reservoir drains 15.6 square miles of the North tributary of Hickman Branch and is 1.8 miles long with six miles of shoreline. This State Recreation Area ...

Walgren Lake State Recreation Area is an 80-acre area with a 50-acre lake that offers visitors primitive camping, boating, fishing, and picnicking in a tranquil prairie setting. Its campground is a gem in Nebraska, rewarding visitors with views of gorgeous sunsets over the lake as they settle in for ...

War Axe State Recreation Area has nine acres of land and a 16-acre lake with a small campground easily accessible from Interstate 80, making it a great spot for a spur of the moment outdoor adventure. The area offers boating, fishing, and picnicking. Both electric motor and non-powered boats ...

This park is comprised of approximately 3.2 acres and is located just north of the City Library. This park was dedicated to previous City of Norfolk mayor Warren Cook in 2001 and consists of 1 youth softball field with the rest of the green space being used for youth ...

Wehrspann lake, located in southwest Omaha, is operated by the Papio-Missouri River Natural Resources District. The lake, which opened in 1988, was named in honor of Jerry Wehrspann, the late NRD general manager.
The surface area of the lake is 239 acres. Visitors at this day-use only facility can ...

This park is comprised of almost 1 acre and is situated mostly between the back yards of neighboring residents between Madison and Westside Avenues. Small areas of access to this park can be located from both streets. Amenities include: playground area with a new play structure, 1 on 1 ...

Wildcat Hills State Recreation Area is a picturesque piece of wilderness encompassing 761 acres of rugged rock buttes and pine-covered canyons, located 10 miles south of Gering. It is also home to an extraordinary nature visitor center. Whatever the time of year, visitors will find a variety of wildlife, ...

Willow Creek State Recreation Area draws its name from the meandering stream that feeds the Elkhorn River in northeast Nebraska. It covers some 1,633 acres, including a 700-acres flood-control reservoir and is particularly popular with campers, anglers, boaters, picnickers, birdwatcher, and hunters. There are 100 pads in the campground, ...

Windmill State Recreation Area is one of two highly developed areas in Nebraska's unique "chain of lakes" along Interstate 80. Situated at the Gibbon Interchange, between Kearney and Grand Island, it was once a stopping spot for early-day travelers. It still serves travelers today with modern camping facilities, a ...

This park is comprised of almost 6 acres and is located along the North Fork of the Elkhorn River across from the North 4th Park. Amenities include: newly renovated and improved playground area, picnic tables, barbeque grills, 1 small recreational soccer field and a baseball/softball ...

Winters Creek Lake is one of the four inland lakes in Nebraska, and is especially popular with anglers and wildlife viewing enthusiasts. It is located immediately northwest of Lake Minatare. The lake has surface area of 379 acres and approximately four miles of shoreline. It is located almost entirely ...

Yankee Hill is located just 3.5 miles east of Denton, NE, with a surface area of 208 acres and 5 miles of shoreline. Only boats with electric motors are allowed on this lake. Facilities include primitive camping, a dog training area and a boat ramp. A State Park Permit ...

The newest lake in the Omaha area is Zorinsky Lake, named for the late U.S. Senator Edward Zorinsky. Located in west Omaha, the 253 acre lake opened to the public in 1993 and is operated by the City of Omaha.Visitors at this day-use only facility can enjoy a variety ...